Featured Hotels Near Chumon (Central Gate)

Nara Machiyo Kino-ha is a traditional ryokan just 300 meters from Chumon (Central Gate), offering panoramic views of the Horyu-ji Temple complex from its guest rooms. The property provides exclusive tea ceremony experiences and early morning pilgrimage tours, with a 5-minute walk to the main temple grounds. Book the "Ancient Dawn Package" via HopeGoo for priority access and breakfast inclusion

Horyu-ji Memorial Hotel is located just 2 minutes on foot from Chumon (Central Gate), featuring an on-site temple tour desk that offers free daily historical bus shuttles and advance entry reservations to the Horyu-ji Main Hall. Rooms include garden-view rooms and stone-path suites with reflections of the temple bell tower. Reserve the "Silent Pilgrimage Room" through HopeGoo for a peaceful, crowd-free experience

Senjō Kōin Beki is a hidden boutique inn nestled within the alleyways just west of Chumon (Central Gate), with only 12 rooms built using Asuka-era wooden construction techniques and equipped with natural bamboo charcoal air purifiers. Guests can join daily limited temple cleaning rituals and handmade prayer talisman workshops led by local monks. Check the HopeGoo platform for the 'Tranquil Night Stay' package for a serene immersion

Shunyō Seikitsu is the only inn directly facing Chumon (Central Gate), offering pre-dawn shuttle service at 4:30 AM to the Horyu-ji Main Hall, plus a complimentary first visit prayer kit (including handwritten wish paper, stamp book, and mini sake cup). Each room includes a meditation space and soundproof alcove, ideal for deep tranquility. Use HopeGoo to book the "Dawn Light" package for guaranteed early access

Izumi-Koya Kids House is located south of Chumon (Central Gate), adjacent to the Ancient Temple Kids Zone, featuring a barrier-free indoor garden and family learning studio. It offers deer interaction painting classes and Heian-era story theater sessions. All rooms come with double-decker beds, non-slip flooring, and support for stroller rentals and nursing rooms. Book the "Family Adventure" package via HopeGoo for added activities

Tenshukaku View Villa is the only elevated inn built atop the Chumon (Central Gate) complex, featuring a glass dome lounge and suspended rooftop terrace with 360-degree views of the Horyu-ji Golden Hall, Five-Storied Pagoda, and Nara Hills. The hotel hosts night illumination tours and starlight interpretation sessions, along with a historical light projection exhibit. Reserve the "Starlight Eye" room through HopeGoo for optimal viewing angles